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Cheeseburger skull buns plated as festive Halloween food dinner main dish 2

Festive Cheeseburger Skulls


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 cheeseburger skulls (serves 4) 1x

Description

Turn classic cheeseburgers into spooky, family-friendly skulls using a silicone skull mold. Gooey, savory, and perfect for Halloween dinners or any fun themed night.


Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup finely diced onion

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs

1 large egg

Cooking spray (for molds)

Ketchup or dipping sauce, for serving (optional)


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a silicone skull mold with cooking spray.

2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire, breadcrumbs, and egg until just combined.

3. Press a thin, even layer of meat mixture into each skull cavity, creating a hollow center.

4. Fill each cavity with about 2 tablespoons shredded cheese.

5. Cover cheese with more meat, sealing edges well and smoothing level with the mold top.

6. Place mold on a sheet pan and bake 20–25 minutes, until centers reach 160°F (71°C).

7. Rest 5 minutes, then carefully unmold the skulls.

8. Serve upright on a platter with ketchup or your favorite sauces and spooky-themed sides.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes